Understanding the RCVS concerns investigation process

Investigating concerns is a crucial element of the RCVS' role as regulator of the UK veterinary professions. This article provides an in‐depth explainer about the RCVS' concerns investigation process, covering the different stages of investigation when concerns are raised about the conduct of individual veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses; what issues the RCVS can and can't investigate; the investigation and evidence‐gathering process; and how RCVS staff work to progress investigations. The process can be distressing, and so we hope this article provides some clarity and reassurance.